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News Release from: TFC | Subject: Smalley spiral retaining rings
Edited by the Engineeringtalk Editorial
Team on 02 December 2002
Retaining rings go down to smaller sizes
A new range of spiral retaining rings from Smalley offers a choice of extra-small sizes.
A new range of spiral retaining rings from Smalley offers a choice of extra-small sizes The new rings are offered in two ranges, light duty and heavy duty, with internal and external use types available in 6.4, 7.9, 9.5 and 11.1mm sizes and are easily assembled by hand or as part of an automated manufacturing process
This article was originally published on Engineeringtalk on 15 May 2007 at 8.00am (UK)
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Their uniform radial section is beneficial where radial clearance is limited and they simply wind into a groove without the need for any special tools, while a built-in notch allows for easy removal with just a screwdriver.
These new TFC Smalley spiral retaining rings provide an ideal alternative to die-stamped stainless steel circlips.
Thanks to their unique edge-winding process, even custom design rings can be produced without tooling costs and with greatly reduced lead times.
Available for immediate delivery from stock in stainless steel, the extra-small-size retaining rings are also available in a choice of other materials including carbon steel, 316 stainless steel, Inconel, Elgiloy, A286 and beryllium copper. Request a free brochure from TFC ...
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